Can I replace incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs on a light string?

• <div><p>No, you shouldn’t insert an LED light into an incandescent socket. It usually won’t fit anyway, but in the unlikely chance that it does, its electrical demands are too different for it to work properly. </p></div>

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Q: How do professionals put lights on a Christmas tree?

• <div><p>Professionals use the same methods found in this guide unless they&rsquo;re decorating a particularly large Christmas tree. In that case, they may also make use of tools like extension poles to get the job done. </p></div>

Q: Do Christmas lights need to be grounded?

• <div><p>Christmas lights typically do not need to be grounded like electrical circuits in your home do. However, it's crucial to use outdoor outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) for added safety. GFCIs can help protect against electrical shocks and are recommended for outdoor electrical connections when using Christmas lights.</p></div>

Q: Can I replace incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs on a light string?

• <div><p>No, you shouldn&rsquo;t insert an LED light into an incandescent socket. It usually won&rsquo;t fit anyway, but in the unlikely chance that it does, its electrical demands are too different for it to work properly. </p></div>

Q: What is the easiest way to hang Christmas lights on the roof?

• <div><p>The easiest way to hang Christmas lights on your roof is to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-hang-christmas-lights-gutters.htm">attach them to your gutters</a>, but there are plenty of user-friendly methods to try. You can use light clips to easily hook Christmas lights to your shingles, eaves, gutters, or soffit. However, using a telescoping pole is a surefire way to ensure your safety while hanging Christmas lights because it doesn&rsquo;t require using a ladder or climbing onto the roof.</p></div>

Q: Why do Christmas lights always get tangled?

• <div><p>Christmas light cords are long, thin, and flexible&mdash;which makes them exceptionally prone to tangling. As you try to untangle the very merry mess, the light bulbs and sockets may catch on the cords, making it even harder to pull cords through the knots.</p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2024
Matt and crew arrived on time. They had the equipment they needed. Carefully mannered equipment through the yard avoiding any damage to lawn decorations. Worked efficiently as a team. Left the site cleaner than when they arrived. Very professional. Highly recommend. A satisfied...
Green Tree Care and Habitat Restoration
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Reviewed in June 2023
I hired Zooks Look, Inc. to paint the exterior of my house. I could not be more happy with the results! Chris stopped by promptly upon my request, and looked at what I wanted done, and Robert and the crew got everything done quickly and efficiently. Their attention to detail was amazing, and...
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Reviewed in August 2016
Gloria is wonderful to work with! She came in and totally redid our living room area. Rearranged furniture, added coordinating decor which was pulled from other rooms in the house and some she brought with her. Hung pictures that I wanted to integrate into the room, painted some frames on the...
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Reviewed in July 2015
I called Hometown plumbing right before the 4th of July weekend - I had already called about a dozen other plumbers who couldn't fit me into their schedules. The lady helping with scheduling was very nice and professional. She had to check with the technician about fitting me in on very little...
Hometown Mechanical, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2014
Mark was so helpful in making our transition from the Chicago area to Ankeny a smooth one. We really appreciated his insights on the area and real estate experience. He was also very flexible and it was so easy to get in touch with him, even on weekends and holidays. He helped us figure out what...
Charter House Real Estate
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Reviewed in November 2014
At the age where doing own outdoor holiday lighting is not possible. Received 2 referrals for "Christmas Decor." Entered into a three year contract for professional lighting. What a difference! Steve is great, knowledgable and our outdoors look great. How easy they put up, use timers, and...
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Reviewed in February 2014
My husband and I just moved into the area and into a new house. Our house has big rooms and I could not picture how I was going to decorate them. We needed to fill a lot of rooms and I had no clue where to start. Our first visit Robin came over and looked at the furniture I had and helped me...
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Reviewed in October 2013
It was great working with Laurie. She was highly recommended by a friend and after seeing positive reviews on Angie's List, I contacted her. I had a challenge on my hands because one of the rooms to be painted was a former nursery that had decorative painting. Laurie did an excellent job from...
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Reviewed in May 2013
Mark Jorgensen was prompt, efficient and friendly and always kept us informed. His workmanship was outstanding -- the best painting job we have had! Mark was very patient and helpful while we considered making some changes to our project. He kept our home very clean and neat and was most...
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Reviewed in March 2013
The staff were great. The product was super fresh (made that morning). They decorated the little cakes as I requested. I would recommend them to anyone looking for something other than cup cakes for a party for adults.
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